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@NotGoodAtYoutube2 жыл бұрын
You should try the akg n400nc, IMO best sounding wireless earbuds and only $48
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
@@NotGoodAtKZbin someone didn't watch all of the video 😝
@itamary10582 жыл бұрын
@@ThisIsTechToday hehe true 6:17
@user-iw7vk4mb9y2 жыл бұрын
How the im i suppose to test the fitness to my self. Im i suppose to buy them all and then pick 1?
@joseph.luong.m2 жыл бұрын
I got a message when turning on Service Link saying that the R earbud need connection and so can’t use the L earbud alone. LDAC will be disable also. So I just turn the Service Link off.
@benjisjs15352 жыл бұрын
This is undoubtedly THE ABSOLUTE BEST channel to go to if you want highly constructive comparisons between audio products. I am continually impressed by the sheer amount of efforts put into these videos, it definitely shows. Keep up the fantastic work, Brandon.
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! It's A LOT of work......lol
@DrLogic_2 жыл бұрын
^^^^
@BrianGlaze2 жыл бұрын
Brandon is one of the undisputed best Benji
@ebx23232 жыл бұрын
Agreed!!!
@peter_phamous2 жыл бұрын
TFW you remember Crinacle is on KZbin
@jeffk14392 жыл бұрын
Doing the ad read like that was ingenious and evil. One of the few times I didn't fast forward through it on any channel. Amazing job
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Lol. It's a win-win for all. I still gotta do an ad read, so instead of wasting people's time by throwing an extra 1-minute ad read in the video randomly, I get to fulfill what I need to pay the bills and provide the value that everyone wants from the video and it's how the mics sound, lol. We all win. I promise it wasn't evil. The video is already long and I didn't want it to be any longer. It was to save people's time, lol Also, holy cow! Thank you so much for the super thanks on top of that!!!
@FA-hi8oy2 жыл бұрын
Yeah this was amazing, well done
@SidneyDiongzon2 жыл бұрын
Oh my Brandon, you have outdone yourself with this one! Great song choices too to hear all the frequencies! Makes me wanna rethink how I do my reviews! 👏
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
haha, thank you so much for the kind words. It means a lot coming from you. Thanks for watching 😊
@loudcloud1499 Жыл бұрын
honestly what i got most from this video were the song recs 🙉 i had already bought the linkbud S so this video was a comforting one
@nawasalavi2608 Жыл бұрын
I just bought Linkbuds S. A few corrections/additions to your review:- 1. Multi point in new firmware 2. Single earpiece works 3. LDAC is NOT a wash for BT. There is a switch between audio quality & audio stability in Sony app. Chosing quality changes from SBC to LDAC, and that mode has a hugeeeeee difference. Not small, hugee. Up until then I was on the verge of killing myself closer and closer as I compared to my last wired piece. 4. Fellas, S is way wider than it sounds here, any more is way outside the original. So keep that in mind. 5. Case feels cheap though, the material feels cheap. I think it's made with recycled stuff I think that's why. 6. ANC and transparency is good, but the review is correct here, trebles/highs/chatter NC is not good on S. 7. Flat equ is not good. Bumb up the high, a tiny bumb on the mid and low. Then it is good. It's a tiny driver, so don't expect it to be booming like a 12mm though. 8. Try it out, always check with different tracks, if a earphone has too much wide effect & surround effect without fiddling with app, then don't buy one. It's hard to reduce salt, you can add salt as required later. Suggestion:- Try "If you were the rain" by Stephen Day
@ReiQuasar8 ай бұрын
Is this worth more than samsung bud pro 2s?
@rico71807 ай бұрын
The case for the white linkbuds s doesn't feel as cheap as the black pair. I've had 4 different pairs of the linkbuds s i like them and for only 69.99 on Amazon you can't beat it. I've over 40 pairs of earbuds all over 75 and only like 10 under 100. My jabra 10 are my favorite. They surprised me a lot. I also have the jabra 8 which almost identical sound quality to the 10 only difference is the 10s angled ear tip makes them fit amazing . I love the 8 because most durable earbuds can wear in dust swimming anything.
@thatshuynhduc2 жыл бұрын
This is really how a headphone review supposed to be. It’s so funny how tech channels sharing their experience and perspective over a audio product but as a customer we want to know how they really sounds like. Of course not everyone are audio engineers to buy these expensive gear for a youtube video. Thank you so much for making this review 🥹👍🏼
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you appreciate it!
@AndrewB232 жыл бұрын
You can't hear how they actually sound only how they through whatever device you are using
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
@@AndrewB23 that's why I say"comparative differences"
@VeryMiley2 жыл бұрын
Totes agree. This is a great format for reviews for those of us who are a bit more technical or quantitative oriented in addition to ‘feeling’ oriented.
@maumraziel Жыл бұрын
And that is because the sound you heard comes from your freking headphones. Unless you are listening through a couple of high-end monitors with a tunning as flat and borring as possible, this kind of tests is pointless
@craz76442 жыл бұрын
That's a genius move to play the sponsor content while we are focused on how the mic quality is lol. Either way great video mate!
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Lol, it's the way to make everything work and everyone wins without taking up more time 😅
@deanzzd Жыл бұрын
Wow, man... you just take earbud reviews to a whole new level!! That's so detailed and informative. The comparisons are super helpful for people like me deciding between similar product. Keep up the great work!!
@bantalecollins70962 жыл бұрын
Sony WF-1000xm4 is a bad ass when it comes to the bass Buds pro also joins the competition too I'm proud to say this from a galaxy fan
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Nice
@axelcornelis10072 жыл бұрын
1⃣✔Best All Rounded (Overall) 1. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2. Sony WF-1000XM4 3. Sony Linkbuds S 4. Apple Airpods Pro 2⃣✔Sound Quality (Overall) 1. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2. Sony WF-1000XM4 3. Sony Linkbuds S 4. Apple Airpods Pro 3⃣✔Sound Quality (Clarity) 1. Sony WF-1000XM4 2. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3. Sony Linkbuds S 4. Apple Airpods Pro 4⃣✔Sound Quality (Bass Heavy) 1. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2. Sony WF-1000XM4 3. Sony Linkbuds S 4. Apple Airpods Pro 5⃣✔Microphone Quality (Quite Place) 1. Sony Linkbuds S 2. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3. Apple Airpods Pro 4. Sony WF-1000XM4 6⃣✔Microphone Quality (Busy Place) 1. Sony Linkbuds S 2. Apple Airpods Pro 3. Sony WF-1000XM4 4. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 7⃣✔Speaker Quality (Phone Call) 1. Sony Linkbuds S 2. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3. Sony WF-1000XM4 4. Apple Airpods Pro 8⃣✔ANC (Active Noise Cancelation): 1. Sony WF-1000XM4 2. Apple Airpods Pro 3. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 4. Sony Linkbuds S 9⃣✔Transparency Mode (Ambient) 1. Sony Linkbuds S 2. Apple Airpods Pro 3. Sony WF-1000XM4 4. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1⃣0⃣✔Gaming Mode (Low Latency) 1. Apple Airpods Pro 2. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3. Sony WF-1000XM4 4. Sony Linkbuds S 1⃣1⃣✔Most Features 1. Sony WF-1000XM4 2. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3. Apple Airpods Pro 4. Sony Linkbuds S 1⃣2⃣✔Bluetooth Distance 1. Apple Airpods Pro 2. Sony WF-1000XM4 3. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 4. Sony Linkbuds S 1⃣3⃣✔Fit & Comfort (Best Wearing) 1. Sony Linkbuds S 2. Apple Airpods Pro 3. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 4. Sony WF-1000XM4 1⃣4⃣✔Aesthetic (Look) 1. Sony WF-1000XM4 2. Sony Linkbuds S 3. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 4. Apple Airpods Pro 1⃣5⃣✔Build Quality: 1. Sony WF-1000XM4 2. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 3. Apple Airpods Pro 4. Sony Linkbuds S
@AbishekRajkumar2k2 жыл бұрын
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@Kamodomon2 жыл бұрын
THAAAAAANK YOU!
@Luizalon2 жыл бұрын
The playlist was excellent
@puneetgupta69012 жыл бұрын
Yeah
@camranh_royal Жыл бұрын
sank iu!!!
@theawakenedheart8783 Жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏼
@ChrisGrosvenor2 жыл бұрын
This is where the KZbin algorithm got it right. I stumbled on your channel a couple of nights ago. The ability to take such detailed information and with great equipment make it possible for the average listener to understand. I have a better understanding of the different soundstages of each device. I currently have the wf-1000xm4s as my favorite buds but i see how you would like the galaxy buds especially in that last example. I have the pixel buds a as well (I have too many options for sound. I recently bought the xm5s and the link buds s. The link buds are to use while working. Wanted something with some noise cancelling but with good transparency mode just to listen out for things like a baby crying. I was going to sell my pixel buds A which I use for sleeping but now not so sure that will be the cause (neither have been delivered). Not having the headphones operate independently is also a potential L for those. The xm5s were just an upgrade from the xm4s. Wondering if you have an eq for the WF Xm4s but i understand if you couldn’t find one you truly liked. Not to mention the xm4s work for me as I’m usually listening to hip hop or podcasts with them. None the less, this is some amazing work here and easily the comparison videos id recommend to anyone trying to make a decision.
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I do appreciate your kind words. Yes, please share it with others. It helps more than most people know! You also have quite the lineup! Just a heads up, the single earbud thing appears to be a bug with LDAC. We were able to get it to work after a factory reset and it works on iPhone and android but the moment we turn on LDAC it stops working. I’m going to talk to Sony and see what’s up.
@ChrisGrosvenor2 жыл бұрын
@@ThisIsTechToday oh good to know! I wonder, were you using it with the Pixel 6? They have not had the best time with LDAC especially when set to the highest bitrate. It's about 90-95% fixed in the latest 12L beta. Regardless that is a relief.
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
I intentionally used the Galaxy S22 Ultra because it had the Galaxy Buds Pro benefit and because of what I've heard swirling around about Pixels. PS: thanks for being a channel member!
@alexliebach2 жыл бұрын
Hey, I was actually thinking about getting the XM4's since I have the headphones equivalent and I love them. But from this video the Galaxy Buds just sounds so much better, richer, and natural, so now idk. If you happen to pick up the Galaxy Buds, could you come back here and give your opinion on them?
@ChrisGrosvenor2 жыл бұрын
@@alexliebach not sure if you meant for me but on my end it comes down to how much you need the ANC and what type of music you listen to. I love my xm4 buds especially when going to the grocery store. But I'm usually listening to hip hop and I use the ANC to shut everything out. I did like the buds pro as well but I ended up giving them to someone with a galaxy device just because it's slightly better suited for them.
@SofiaPotdevin Жыл бұрын
I've watched plenty of reviews about different products but this one is at ANOTHER LEVEL! Thank you so much for taking the time to do it. It's the first time I've had this kind of immersive experience to test earbuds without actually having them in my ear. I did hear the video with headphones and it makes a such a huge difference! Now I need to make a decision 😅 But just wanted to say THANK YOU! I've subscribed, liked the video and will purchase thorugh one of your links 😉
@Unfazed_Tech2 жыл бұрын
Galaxy buds pro definitely hits right in the middle 👌
@gibby33502 жыл бұрын
As an AirPods Pro user, I was so surprised how much wider the sound got between the Sony buds and the Samsung and Apple buds. The Sony’s sound rich, but compared they sound very squeezed! Fascinating stuff!
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's really crazy. It all depends on if you want that focused warmer sound or the wide open and "polished" sound.
@shaunbrady152 жыл бұрын
Airpods pro have never been the best sounding, as you can hear in this review
@gibby33502 жыл бұрын
@@shaunbrady15 They aren’t the best sounding, but I have yet to find a wireless iem that is as convenient, portable, and easy to use as AirPods.
@teodora32 жыл бұрын
@@gibby3350 Galaxy Buds offer the same experience if you are a Samsung user
@elvisbermudez49462 жыл бұрын
@@gibby3350 todos los auriculares inalambricos son portables 🙄🤦♂️
@otroyoutuber68132 жыл бұрын
I really really want to buy the Sony Linkbuds S, but the Galaxy Buds Pro just sound so much better to me, they sound clear more armonic with every instrument and the bass complement just right. Meanwhile at least for me, can't tell the difference between Linkbuds S and the XM4 both sound more bass and you lose some clarity, maybe the XM4 sound a bit deeper darker but I think is because of the fomi plug. So I want to ask, if with the EQ you can make the Linkbuds S sound similar like the Galaxy Buds Pro or more clear, hell even with LDAC or DLSS Extreme can get something similar. I have a Poco F3 so is support LDAC. Also I really wanted them for the ANC. keep up the good work.
@jocelynrp32892 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best reviews I've seen for audio qa in general and with every single use you could have. Bought my WF-1000XM4 and comparing it to other headphones in such detail I feel better for the $279 I spent. Thanks for such detail!
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
You’re most welcome!!
@Silverwolf26100 Жыл бұрын
Hey I've had mines for about a year but just know they have a battery drainage issue currently. So make sure you check your firmware for updates 😁
@Anon_571 Жыл бұрын
Mine got the battery screwed thanks to Sony's horrible 1.4.2 software update.
@issen22912 жыл бұрын
Testing the LinkBuds S with their default EQ does them a hell of a disservice. When set to the Treble Boost EQ preset in the Sony Headphones Connect mobile app (which gets saved to the LinkBuds S and applies across all devices), they sound extremely close to the Harman Target. Absolutely incredible mix of comfort, sound quality, ANC performance and price.
@XepptizZ Жыл бұрын
I have both the galaxy pros and the linkbuds s. I can't believe how well the soundstaging is in this comparison, I should check that. But the linkbuds are so comfortable, the galaxy buds have made my ears bleed literally
@tanu5401 Жыл бұрын
@@XepptizZ have tried any other settings on Linkbuds. Did it make it any better ?
@XepptizZ Жыл бұрын
@@tanu5401 you can mess with the eq and some people have found decent eq settings. And by itself they sound fine with proper eq. But side by side I could easily tell that the galaxy buds pro just sound more lively. For music it's just more of a fun listening experience, for everything else I'm good with the linkbuds.
@tanu5401 Жыл бұрын
@@XepptizZ sounds good. What about the ANC on Linkbuds S? I heard some reviews there seems to be a wind like sound when ANC is on. Did you face anything like that?
@XepptizZ Жыл бұрын
@@tanu5401 i didn't find any significant difference with the anc on either earbuds. The tech just isn't quite there, it's noticeable when it's on, but plenty of the high and treble still get through. It's like, yeah, it works, but cupping my ears with my hands or a cheap pair of construction earprotectors blocks twice or thrice as much. Now that is a powercombo, construction earprotectors and the buds with anc, I have sat through my upstairs neighbour taking out a concrete wall with that.
@toraow2 жыл бұрын
Seems like the Sony buds are both very warm, a little muddy/muffled, and intimate. The airpods are on the other end sounding a little thin, but open and airy. The samsung buds sound like a happy middle ground with a full rich sound
@heroburgerdoe590411 ай бұрын
Wow thats crazy, completely opposite of what I thought listening to the samples. I thought apple was the best sounding, and galaxy pro was garbage. And I absolutely hate apple the company. The link buds and xm4 sounded pretty much identical.
@nihartley5265 Жыл бұрын
6:20 Actually you can use them independently. You just have to turn off the Google assistant button functionality. You will still be able to use assistant, just that you won't have a dedicated tap pattern for it. Once you turn it off. You can use the left or right one as u please.
@mcdormands2 жыл бұрын
Yes, Airpods Pro are not the best sounding earbuds. But in your video they sound terrible, almost without bass. They sound much better in real life. Most likely, you did not insert the ear tips into the tube well, since they are oval, not round.
@6cmh32 жыл бұрын
Man those Samsung galaxy buds pro sounds reallllyyyyyyy good
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Yuuuup
@Norbitek252 жыл бұрын
Not to my ear. You can only hear the treble. Very fatiguing.
@zeroanime012 жыл бұрын
It sounds pretty good ngl. But i much prefer the xm4. Even using the xm4 now to watch and listen to this comparison video. All of them are really great except the airpods imo cause it lacks a lot of wht i like.
@johnmadiana2689 Жыл бұрын
Truee its really good!! Love the buds pro🫶
@Trauma_Rc Жыл бұрын
Ehh they sound like they make the voice in the song’s louder witch make it sound off and scratchy
@diegocordova83184 ай бұрын
I cant stand the fact that you did all these test with the sony ones in mono mode 🤦🏻♂️ you have to disable the "automatic power off" and try again
@jerasimangan2 жыл бұрын
Great review as always! You did help me decide on which earbuds to buy when you did a review of Galaxy buds pro and Galaxy buds 2. I have the Buds Pro now and so far I have been enjoying using it. For my case, it fits perfectly on my ears. Sound Quality is superb as well. I chose to go with Samsung since it makes it easier for me to use it across the Samsung ecosystem
@ravinderkanakattu17192 жыл бұрын
I found Sony xm4 1000 has most advanced tech and the sound quality was great
@yashojitbhaumik6012 Жыл бұрын
Correct me if I'm wrong. But everytime I heard the Airpods Pro and Airpods Max, I felt that they sounded too flat, like they do not do justice to their price tag. Is that really true?
@pranaykhara2 жыл бұрын
Listening to this video on flat IEMs, tells me that Galaxy Buds Pro are the best sounding. All the frequencies sound natural, nothing overpowering. The vocals sound forward and clear. The best outstanding feature out of all the earbuds, was the soundstage on Galaxy Buds Pro. Apple and Sony do not even come close in terms of Soundstage. Someone who cares about sound and sound only, should definitely get Galaxy Buds Pro.
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
They do follow the Harmon curve a lot better, yeah.
@thetechgenie73742 жыл бұрын
After owning a few and then listening to samples on this video. Definitely the Samsung Pro it the reason why they are my daily drivers. Thankfully fit in my ear fine. The Sony WM4 tried and found lower treble lacking and makes electric guitars sound booming and etc a Yes did play with EQ and they sound better but still lacking and narrow sounding. Not sure why audiophiles phase and hype them up? The Samsung Buds pro's are definitely better sounding out of the bunch sometimes a little harsh but does overall well for most genres of music..
@deen58732 жыл бұрын
@@thetechgenie7374 i agree with you,i have both samsung pro n wf1000,sound quality buds pro more2 better than wf1000,already tuning eq sony but still cant beat sound quality buds pro.
@Andy-tp9nv2 жыл бұрын
and after update i just hope it Samsung buds not having issue, im using ex- Galayx Buds+ who Samsung claims can hold 11 hours battery ,first time i use not yet update still good ,battery can hold at least more than 7 hours ,but after update it coming new issue battery left 70% and right 95% unbalanced,too much difference, and only a week i never use battery dead, need to plug in & out everytime until the Buds battery boost up from 0%, im not sure does Samsung software make this issue or i get defect product. Due to that issue i move to Wf-1000xm4 ,till today no issued even after update still doing good, battery is beast when use SBC audio , 2 hours continuous playing music only decrease 5-10%.
@cguralol2 жыл бұрын
I felt the same but in my case was listening to this in the Redmi bids 3 pro. I felt that the Galaxy buds pro were the best every time
@mettacitta20002 жыл бұрын
This is the first audio equipment review I've watched on this channel and already maybe the best I've seen anywhere, period. Concise, informative, superbly organised and helped me make a purchasing decision. Thank you and just subscribed 👍
@lydiagrace8300 Жыл бұрын
Same! The sound samples are great for me, nice and simple.
@Garret1410762 жыл бұрын
It’s subjective but the Sony’s are missing some clarity and sound muffled and too much bass for my taste. The Buds Pro have more clarity but sound sometimes a bit tiny. The Sony has more body and maybe with some adjustments it can sound great. For me the Buds Pro sounded the best.
@2phonesbabyken2 жыл бұрын
Galaxy Buds Pro are by far the best sounding out of box out of all 4. LinkBuds S & XM4 are dark & bassy (sucks that the former don't respond to EQ very well) and the AirPods Pro, much like their over-ear cousins, land a bit thin. Glad to hear the new rig being able to represent the sound for IEMs much better than the ears did; guess it helps that they don't interact with the outer ear.
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I feel like we’re on mostly similar pages. The lack of ear does add it’s own quirks and with more tech it will get more complicated, but I’ll figure something out eventually. Maybe make a fake head and earlobe with a wider canal lol
@Ecko922 жыл бұрын
Not even close with the galaxy buds it sounds like your in a hall, hands down xm4 best sound base without feeling bassy
@barts15942 жыл бұрын
Galaxy buds feels unbalanced to me like not enough bass, mids, and treble
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
... interesting takes here...
@alexsmith12072 жыл бұрын
@@ThisIsTechToday well i had the original galaxy buds and they were considered comfy back in the day, i LOVED the sound its climatic, bright sounding hearing Michael Jackson beat it that full force voice was unique although for the price there was no resolution. Of course would of loved more bass but the next version like Pro had more bass.
@skullcrusher_12 жыл бұрын
My pre-order depends on this video. 😂
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
lol, well, hope I can help out!
@yoshi-cs6ib2 жыл бұрын
After seeing both this and the XM5 review I can conclude that apple's headphones probably aren't bad but directed at someone who's definitely not me. Both the AirPods Max and the AirPods Pro sound like a tin can to me but at least they're consistent with it.
@yourDecisi0n2 жыл бұрын
I actually thought so too, but since I now own the AirPods Pro, I really began to enjoy the sound (even though I prefer bass sounds) and I have to say, the sound of the recordings is not quite the one you actually hear when wearing them. They work phenomenal with the Apple ecosystem and I prefer them before the Beats Fit Pro, which does has the same features
@mr.vegetable33012 жыл бұрын
Samsung's are also way cheaper than the xm4s. But i'll still take the xm4 because ANC is more important outside. If i want good qualtiy of sound i'll stick with wired iem.
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Makes sense!
@rcarv232 жыл бұрын
I saw this video and 2 hours later I bought the Galaxy Buds Pro and already love them! I think this is the best choice I have done so far in terms of fitting since I have big ears and almost all other kept falling off easily. I have an S22 Ultra so I am getting all the features along with it which is cool, thank you!
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@Tolkein33142 ай бұрын
@thisistechtoday Hi! Would you recommend galaxy buds 2 pro over sony link buds s as I have iPhone?
@Tolkein33142 ай бұрын
@@ThisIsTechTodayWould you recommend galaxy buds 2 pro over sony linkbuds s to be used in iPhones?
@_no1rvanna2 жыл бұрын
it'd be a crime not liking and subbing to this channel after all these meticoulous effort in helping us choose which wireless bud should we buy, man u rock!
@Josh-iz5kb2 жыл бұрын
You can hear the MAJOR difference is sound quality when it getd to the samsung galaxy buds pro. Cant even describe the sound, its like can hear every single frequency as it was created. Thats that dual driver shit that the galaxy buds pro have. Deffo the best buds in this vid
@AlejandroP.182 жыл бұрын
I own basically every earbuds he tested and what I can say is Galaxy Buds Pro (ehem, even the plus) is the superior among all the test samples here. It is definitely a bang for the buck. The sound quality us great even with just the default EQ. Now, if you switch it to Dynamic is where it stomps all of the earbuds available in the market.
@Wylie2882 жыл бұрын
Easily the best sounding. but, you totally fucked them with the awful EQ. Don't use that.
@Dr1zzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@Wylie288 Why? That's the EQ that i've been using and it sounds great
@oocinom2 жыл бұрын
listening using athM50x. Galaxy buds pro sound better and not flat like sony's. xm4 has the tightest bass but with samsung's you can hear the highs mids and lows clearly.
@fixitrod49692 жыл бұрын
Have you ever tried creating a true flat EQ setting for each pair to get an even more accurate comparison. You could do a freq sweep and adjust each EQ to get as close to flat as possible. I realize the eq isn't exactly broad on these apps but it was just a thought. The ipods sound crisp and the Sonys a bit boomie. I can guarantee these are not flat. They are way too diffrent. I know the XM4s are extremely impressive for IEMs especially Bluetooth. I also know they sound better than AirPod Pros but you can't tell here. AirPods can't go as low or as smooth but are easier to wear. Just a thought. Again, the effort you've already done here is amazing!
@Cooking-pf9ed Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I love your channel. About wireless earphone, the big problem is battery. Most of them with problem after 1-2 yrs. Then u gotta change the battery. Such as Sony will charge you a lot😅 u can buy the new one instead.
@0oKeZo02 жыл бұрын
Wow I didn't know there was a comparison like this out there. Sony buds have such a deeper rich sound and I love the bass. I've just ordered Samsung buds Pro an hour before I watched this so hoping they're just as good as my powebeats 2 because they are pretty destroyed
@GAMERCASB2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking off getting the xm4 but after watching this video I think the buds s had better sound n base then xm4
@RSB143 Жыл бұрын
@@GAMERCASB xm4 louder while linkbud s are not louder thus clarity itself increases This is the difference In crowded places xm4 better
@vinoth9381 Жыл бұрын
Hey, how does ur samsung buds pro compare to xm4 ?
@RSB143 Жыл бұрын
@@vinoth9381 how someone could be better than sony 🤔
@xxjojoxx-35 Жыл бұрын
Hearing those earbuds on an audiophile pair of headphone is quite jarring WF-1000XM4 sounds dark and closed in Linkbud S's bass sounds like a tap ( kind of like a balanced armature would ) and it's claustrophobic as well Airpods Pro sounds extremely " artificial ", nothing sounds natural through them and there's a hint of tinnyness as well and the Galaxy Buds Pro, well no surprises there, AKG and Harman practically carried those buds with their tuning, it also has the widest soundstage out of them all, but still sounds a little bit closed in
@collin.a.2 жыл бұрын
Really well done. I'm in the market as my WF1000XM4 were stolen at university recently. Now that the linkbuds s are out, they may be preferable to me for their size and fit. However, I'm also drawn to things like the 1more evo buds and pixel buds pro, which have multi point connection. The ANC is really important for me though, so it's tough. I'd like to see more earbuds on your channel like the Pixel buds because the ANC comparison (and all comparisons) are very helpful and not just anecdotal. Great job!
@thomasvecsei Жыл бұрын
After listening several times the song samples I have to say that in your review both Sonys sound mono and only the original, Apple and Samsung stereo. But that's not because the Sonys are not capable, it seems to be either a bug or a feature. My first test of my Linkbuds S gave me stereo, then I put them in and out serveral times and messed around with the app settings and suddenly sound was mono. After some more tests they were again stereo. Sonys helpguide says "When you play music or other stereo audio while wearing only one unit, you will hear monaural sound with the left and right channels mixed." So during your tests the Linkbuds sensors did not recognize that both have been in the ears and so played everything in mono. So all the examples here do not reflect reality.
@mikeree85432 жыл бұрын
Here's my pick Samsung bud pro, sound stage is cleanest, but I did notice little distortion when high volume. Sony xm4, bass and rich sound Apple, fits good Sony link, too much bass, sometimes higher bass will ruin the music, especially acoustic, jazz, and piano sounds. Thanks for the good reviews!!
@stavencapp2 жыл бұрын
the thig i have taken away from this video, is that that the airpod pros are rubbish in comparison to just about every other earbud on the market, even ones much cheaper like the linkbuds S.
@hamleyn Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the sound of the Galaxy Buds Pro, by far the best sound stage and just really true to life sounding of the 4. But I have narrow ear canals so that makes it hard! The WF1000XM4s (seriously Sony needs to find a new name for them) sounded good but we're a bit hollower and less true to real life. I love ANC so they'd likely take my money. The Linkbuds S were pretty hollow tbh honest although the base was nice and punchy. Great mics though. The Airpods were my least favourite - it really sounds like Apple has tuned them for voice and vocal ranges more than anything else as they were very vocal-forward but it absolutely blows out the mids and bass.
@sajju6671 Жыл бұрын
If you disable the service link you can use the earbud independently. 😅
@skullcrusher_12 жыл бұрын
I never thought I would ever say that a Sony audio product had great audio calls....but I stand corrected. Linkbuds S definitely seem to highlight the bass a bit judging from the audio sample. Is the one earbud issue due to the Google assistant integration? I know from previous models turning off Google assistant allows for single bud use
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
They have INSANE mic quality! I'll have to double check, but I think I had the same issue on the iPhone.
@skullcrusher_12 жыл бұрын
@@ThisIsTechToday that's how it is with the xm4s when you have a voice assistant enabled. Keep us posted.
@dominiquemanuel15552 жыл бұрын
@@ThisIsTechToday hello. What is your equalizer settings for the WF 1000xm4 please?
@jamesjohnXII2 жыл бұрын
it's because of auto play
@Valhalla.Studio2 жыл бұрын
Don't think Galaxy Buds Pro support LDAC, so not just Airpods, can't seem to find the setting you showed, on my S22 phone.
@RedStar892 жыл бұрын
The airpods sounds so thin compared to the others. Every other esrbuds sound rich in their own ways. Good bass everything sound great its only a matter of taste and how you want tune them but airpods is quite the disappointment
@DeusRegum Жыл бұрын
This is nuts. But I listened via my Pixel Buds Pro. To ME, the Sony Link Buds S sounded 99% on par with the XM4's on sound quality! Both Sony's sounded better than anything else throughout the video audio demos. The Air Pods Pro sounded the worst with the Galaxy Buds Pros sounding soul-less and empty to ME. I'd actually say that the Sony Link Buds S are the overall best sound quality and best bang for the buck. I guess we all have different sound preferences, but I just can't seem to understand why you would pick the Samsung's over either of the Sony's. Also, the Sony's are real platform agnostic of the bunch. Maybe I will watch again later with my Sennheiser 599's.
@amirtorhan27622 жыл бұрын
As an owner of all of these except the new Linkbuds S, I have to say the Samsung are my favorite for sound as well. However, their fit is not very good for me and a lot of people that I almost never use them except when I'm at home, also their ANC is pretty bad compared to the others. I tend to use my XM4 most, because I love the ANC and battery life, and it has great sound as well with a lot of bass which I like. I haven't touched the Airpods Pro for a long time, and while they are convenient if you are an Apple user, I despise the sound and also the look. The galaxy buds with better ANC and fit would make for perfect earbuds IMO.
@icorvus4872 жыл бұрын
The galaxy buds 2 solve the fit issue but the pro do sound slightly better.
@longlehoangminh81272 жыл бұрын
How do you use the Sony Wf? Their design hurt my Helix(outer ear) and it is getting worse prolong use. I just want to use more than 2 hours per day but it seem to be impossible
@amirtorhan27622 жыл бұрын
@@longlehoangminh8127 Yeah, I have heard very mixed reviews regarding the fit for the xm4. I'd recommend to get some nice silicone eartips firstly if you don't have that already (this will improve sound, and ANC maybe hopefully also fit), as the included foam eartips are just rubbish. Personally, I can use mine for a few hours without any real issues.
@redi6460 Жыл бұрын
Sony xm4 have best sound if you listen to refrence track properly, it's true to what the song should sound like. Especially in acoustic sound test.
@brothatwasepic2 жыл бұрын
Hi Brandon. Amazing review. I have a thought that I think only your skills could help us with. Could you please do a LDAC manually set to 990Kbps (max audio quality) vs aac/sbc on the exact same earbuds or headphones. It would be really nice to see what is missing in the readings/charts/Harmon on the same track. Is LDAC at 990Kbps really that much closer to listening to the song on a wired headphone (90% of wired I hear). You might have to set the phone's overdrive mode to on to prevent stuttering
@newkid72 жыл бұрын
LDAC only makes sense when you like your earbuds' sound signature. Even if AirPods Pro supports LDAC you still wouldn't like it.
@brothatwasepic2 жыл бұрын
@@newkid7 for sure and I assume that if you did like your airpods pro/max and they supported LDAC or some equivalent 990Kbps tech one day that they would sound much more open and clear compared to AAC/SBC at 100kbps but perhaps not perceivable by some. I only play BT music with LDAC 990 turned on myself
@phayte.12 жыл бұрын
The galaxy buds pro and airpods pro are amazing 🤩.
@karansapolia26762 жыл бұрын
Really love the effort you put in your videos, the amount of tests, the lack of any bias. This is exactly how I would personally want to review products. Subscribing!
@brandony9510 Жыл бұрын
I actually have the Sony linkbud S. I havnt noticed the left earbud not pairing unless I take out the right. It always paired if I. Just take the left out. But it will randomly disconnect for about 5 seconds then reconnects. Sometimes I have to tap on the earbud for it to reconnect though. It’s weird and annoying when it happens. Which isn’t horribly often thankfully.
@zehph2 жыл бұрын
All of the Sonys felt a bit heavier on the bass, the mid tones sounded a bit buried in the mix, the airpods have the trebble a bit too sharp for me. The ANC on the XM4s sound so good, but the Galaxy Buds Pro still are the better overall package for me. Thanks for the comparison!
@hoangminhlongle2 жыл бұрын
Honestly after Eq the Sony Wf i feel no different at all, and the soundstagr still very narrow
@zehph2 жыл бұрын
@@hoangminhlongle I think that this dark of a presentation isn't possible to correct through EQ, minor errors in tuning can make an already decent piece sound better, in this case you would lose a lot of volume trying to bring the mids back, not sure if it is worth it. But if you listen to a lot of bass heavy genres like hip hop or edm, the XM4s would be awesome since the sub bass on them seemed to be better.
@hoangminhlongle2 жыл бұрын
@@zehph so the XM4 still has a "dark" theme after EQing them? Not sure mate, ii want to use them for podcasts and sometimes gaming, and the lack of high-end may be a bit odd for me. And i don't even use them on my phone at all, i used them with PC, so LDAC didn't matter. And EQing them on PC is a horrible experience Have high hope for better ergonomic on XM4, get angry after 3 months of uses
@karluberkhoooi68662 жыл бұрын
@@hoangminhlongle actually it improved it a lot but that depends on your eq-settings of course
@deen58732 жыл бұрын
@@hoangminhlongle you right,i have both sony and samsung buds pro,buds pro more better in term of sound quality,sony just better anc and battery only,i prefer buds pro for sound quality.
@johnlucas96752 жыл бұрын
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@Valhalla.Studio2 жыл бұрын
One of the best testing methods I've seen for these sort of things, well done man!
@MrTheAcoustic2 жыл бұрын
5mm SONY driver VS 11,8mm +6,4mm AKG woofer+tweeter driver - just imagine real difference what its sounds like. Headphones its all about sound and i strongly recommend Buds Pro after personal compare !
@raultv7602 жыл бұрын
The Galaxy buds pro sounded great to me tbh
@sgrulido2 жыл бұрын
Are you a basshead listener? Go for XM4 Are you after the best overall sound (and still good bass)? Go for Buds Pro
@autobahn46102 жыл бұрын
This was fun Brandon! I'll be waiting to see how the new Pixel Buds Pro work out! Currently I'm still the Jabra 75Ts mostly for multipoint and heavy bass profile. I was also surprised how much I like the Pixel Buds A that came free with my Pixel 6 Pro!
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
I'm VERY excited about the Pixel Buds Pro. I hope they are good.
@youtubekommentarmensch9205 Жыл бұрын
Hey Brandon, what is the best EQ setting for the Sony Linkbuds S? :)
@pavelholub86682 жыл бұрын
13:24 very surprised by how well presented this track is on galaxy buds pro
@VR_Wizard2 жыл бұрын
The Galaxy Buds pro 2 just released tpday and they have ANC so maybe they are the new king on zhe bloc. I personally liked the sound of the apples the most but the galaxy buds where close. I was realy disapointed by the sony sound. And your video is the first who realy make me think I can do a somewhat educated buying decision since you just cand test these headphones in the shop as I did with my over ear headphones.
@edwinrodriguez-gs8cv2 жыл бұрын
Galaxy buds pro has been always my favorite due to have 11mm woofers and 6.5mm tweeters and it whats make them a better sounding bcuz of seperate frequency that each of them dont suffocate each other when each speaker develops there own sound seperatly...they sound awsome in each of there own sound chambers and when it unites the highs are crisp and the lows are clean.😁😁👍
@SweNay Жыл бұрын
Aha, this explains why I think the Samsungs sound so much better...!
@jonathanfunkner2 жыл бұрын
any chance of getting some kz comparisons in there? I know they aren't as big or reputable as sony and apple but I'm currently using the zs10 pros and I personally find them better sounding then any of these buy a mile, of course they are wired though... I know that kz has released some true wireless buds as well as adapters to turn wired wireless and would be very interested to hear the sound difference
@sawood10312 жыл бұрын
As having had the Samsung Buds Pro as well as the Sony WF-1000XM4 and Link Buds (not the "S" though), I found that the Buds Pro were my favorite until three months into a fantastic experience I developed a acrylates allergy and they would cause my ears to get really messy. After a few tries with the Jabra Elite 85t and a few others that caused the same experience, I was happy to find the Sony's both at a great discount as "open box returns". Both sony's are great at the respective strengths but I do find that needing both types of sony buds to fill the void of the just Buds Pro telling... If I didn't already have one or the other of the Sony's I would probably pick up the Link Buds "S" to try....
@fixitrod49692 жыл бұрын
I just got the S today. Very impressed so far for the sale price of $149.99 at Best Buy. The noise canceling features that turn out off and pause music while you talk is fantastic. After 15s of you not talking the ANC comes back on and your video or music starts to play. Just one of MANY features my Samsungs did not offer. Phone calls are shockingly good at removing background noise as well.
@akshitsharma474 Жыл бұрын
@@fixitrod4969hey, I was thinking about buying the linkbuds s Can you tell me why the guy in the video says don’t buy them if you like wearing one earbud at a time?
@fixitrod4969 Жыл бұрын
@Akshit Sharma they've fixed that. I only wear one at a time and they do great. The phone noise-canceling for the caller works better when both are worn through.
@akshitsharma474 Жыл бұрын
@@fixitrod4969 thanks a lot man. Will definitely buy these.
@romazver60602 жыл бұрын
Sony LinkBuds S. Broke ANC after 4 months.
@danushkawithana72432 жыл бұрын
Love the fact that you put a lot of effort to give us a first person experience on these devices. I do have a complaint tho. (Sorry) I believe the Sony's are the only buds that support LDAC. To get full advantage of the codec you must enable audio priority in the Sony app ( also can be done through android developer settings) at the cost of range and some EQ settings. I personally see a noticeable difference with LDAC 990kbps specially when playing hifi audio. It sounds great on Tidal. Also, I feel that this review may be somewhat limiting as it didn't mention which codec settings were selected in the Sony app when samples were recorded.
@hobofromsoho2 жыл бұрын
For me, the 1000XM4 is the best sounding and balanced of them all. Even my 10 dollar headphones sounded premium for a second xD
@gao18122 жыл бұрын
Listening on my Buds Pro ☺️ love how bassy and crisp they are
@JONCOR2004 Жыл бұрын
XM4 for sure! Surprised how lifeless the Apple ones sound.
@Echoplex252 жыл бұрын
Its incredible that the Airpods Pro has an incredibly good transperency and ANC modes almost 2 years after it came out I liked my Galayx Buds Pro but the Transperency is really terrible, any loud noises causes pops
@joacosoler83372 жыл бұрын
Trully ahead of their time! Apple does this time to time, then they get stagnant for a couple of years. Been rocking AirPods Pro since release date, and tried a plethora of different earbuds (I'm on the Samsung ecosystem), but the practically perfect transparency Mode and solid ANC on the airpods don't let me replace them! Man, hope the Buds 2 Pro crown themselves over the Airpods Pro 2 since using Airpods with my samsung it's not recommended at all (poor AAC connection only).
@MrMavhen Жыл бұрын
Transparency mode of airpods pro is unbeatable
@bornwisedistruction Жыл бұрын
The airpod pros are a little too bright musically for my tastes but the Ambiant mode sounds absolutely the most natural.
@dplj4428 Жыл бұрын
If tinny and shallow sound means too bright, then that’s the word fitting, fitting my description.
@brandongonzales37852 жыл бұрын
Listening to this on the Galaxy buds pro. It's kinda interesting how the audio tests for them sound the same as the "default" song preview before you do the comparison, those are some top notch mics! But also, I feel like Sony's earbuds had the best audio in my opinion, seemed like they had more range, especially in the low end. The galaxy buds are honestly pretty uncomfortable, so I'm going to try out those linkbuds s!
@Faigh_as Жыл бұрын
Did you get them? any good?
@FrAnKaNtHoNy19972 жыл бұрын
I am using Sennheiser HD560S and to me the Galaxy Buds Pro sound the best, wider and with a controlled bass. I love Sony but damn it is only bass and nothing more than bass
@deen58732 жыл бұрын
Agree with you,i have both sony and samsung,for sound quality buds pro more2 better than sony.
@dollardinho2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the super detailed review! Just a quick note: I got the linkbuds s and I can use the earbuds individually... getting a good EQ setting definitely took a bit of time but for a non-audiophile like me, I managed to get a sound profile that I really like :)
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Wait, how were you able to get them to work independently? I can't for the life of me get them to do that 😭
@dollardinho2 жыл бұрын
@@ThisIsTechToday That's weird! I have them paired to an Iphone Mini 12 and the earbuds work independently without any problems 😅
@kenjitasaka2 жыл бұрын
@@ThisIsTechToday I think it might be a result of having Google assistant on. The same happens with the XM4 if you have Google assistant activated. Turn that off and you should be able to use either independently. I say I think so because I have the xm4 but not yet have the linkbuds S, but if they're anything like the xm4 that is probably it
@ELJefeReviews2 жыл бұрын
@swayz I agree with Brandon here. I can use the right side by itself, but not the left. As soon as the right one goes into the charge case the bluetooth connection is cut. I would also love an explanation as to how you are able to use them both.
@dollardinho2 жыл бұрын
@@ELJefeReviews I must have some magic earbuds or something xD I just tried it again. Opened the case, took the left earbud out and put it in my ear, closed the case again with the other earbud inside the case. played a song on my iphone and could listen without problems. Repeated the same process with the right earbud and same result. If I have both earbuds in my ear and I take one out while listening to something, the playback stops due to out-of-ear detection but as soon as I place that earbud in the case and close it, I can continue to listen on the earbud that is still in my ear and stayed connected. So I really have no clue why it doesn't work for you🤔 There's nothing I did with the settings except for the usual stuff like touch controls and EQ. btw, also love your reviews El Jefe! :)
@trumpetscall8910 Жыл бұрын
The airpods sounds messy, at least for me.
@pSyCh0bUNny19912 жыл бұрын
Brandon, I really appreciate your time and effort to make this video - I'll definitely be checking out more of your channel. I've got the WF-1000XM4 recently and found for music they suit my preferences really well (especially Ultra and spatial audio), however for voice audio such as phone calls, podcast and audio books where there a higher pitch, I experience a tinny "ting" - almost like a ricochet (don't know how else to describe it) - I was wondering if you've experienced the same w/ the 1000XM4?
@samkimpeters Жыл бұрын
How this video doesn't have 10 million views, I don't understand. Stellar, stellar, STELLAR work! Also, that song by your friend Hannah Parrott is really beautiful.
@AnanyaGupta2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic review! I hope that as more earbuds come out (cough...Pixel Buds Pro), you follow the same review framework and keep adding to this list ❤️
@toyotagaz2 жыл бұрын
from listening to the tests i got the sense that both Sony's were outputting MONO audio whereas the samsung and apple's were STEREO thats weird
@longlehoangminh81272 жыл бұрын
He played them on a Samsung phone, so you can stop with that mono and stereo nonsense
@lensofthenorth422 жыл бұрын
Actually, I feel like rhe Galaxy buds pros have better anc in most situations than the airpods pro. I totally agree that they sound better too and are very compact and portable. Great review, as always!
@StreetFoodTVCambodia Жыл бұрын
I just bought Sony Linkbuds S. The main reason that I care the most is they fit my ears and sound amazing. Love them so much ❤️ Thanks for the video 🙏
@alexubalde12382 жыл бұрын
Great comparison! In my opinion my pick for best sound quality to least is 1st is Sony xm4, 2nd is Sony linkbud s, 3rd is the Samsung Galaxy buds, last is apple airpod pro. xm4 was the nearest sound quality to the tracks played. I'm using planar head phone with dac listening to this. I never thought that xm4 sounds so good. I tested them on Sony store but didn't like the sound, maybe the stock eartip was not good, idk, I might go back to test it with different ear tip. 🤔
@DrLogic_2 жыл бұрын
This video shows how the buds pro just walks over everything else if were talking about sound quality
@WillNewcomb2 жыл бұрын
Agree that the Galaxy buds Pro sound stage was superior almost every time.
@concretedaisies Жыл бұрын
Wow this is so interesting! I find the two Sonys MUCH more pleasant to listen to, with the bass. And this is coming from someone who owns Galaxy buds pro! (but I was listening to this on wired headphones). So interesting that people get different things out of the same video. mean... What headphones people are using probably changes things, but still.
@amandamandamands2 жыл бұрын
The LinkBuds S are something that I am definitely keeping in mind. Currently I have to wear earbuds that are the shape of the airpods as my ears (as opposed to my ear canals) are too small for the Sennheiser momentum true wireless earbuds that I currently have to wear them comfortably.
@ranidusamarasinghe79072 жыл бұрын
but i think airpods pro has more sound separation.........
@Culperrr2 жыл бұрын
I just bought my XM4s two weeks ago and I had to put the medium ear tips on in order for my ears to stop hurting (smaller tips allowed the earbuds to go further into my ear), so the earbuds are not as snug as possible. Now, these look really cool because the sound seems to be the exact same as the XM4, but are smaller, which means more snug-ness. I'll go ahead and keep my XM4s, but I am glad Sony created a pair of buds that are smaller and has pretty much all of the qualities that the XM4 does (except charging capabilities and needing both earbuds to be on instead of just one).
@kevinnguyen2711 Жыл бұрын
Really outstanding. I m currently using xm4 and gotta say i m more convinced to not buy anything anymore. I m not a fan of Apple Leeches and was tempted with Link S. But after knowing that ANC on Link S is subpar, xm4 is all there is. ANC is the main reason for me so yeah, xm4 is the reigning champ.
@longlehoangminh81272 жыл бұрын
Yeah, i really like the natural-sounding from Samsung. They don't have a lot of bass like the Sony Wf, which i found overwhelming. And Link buds also perform great( i thought they are open-back, how anc even work? that's magic)
@izayawages16472 жыл бұрын
These are different earbuds than the linkbuds. Sony has the worst naming scheme, I know.
@longlehoangminh81272 жыл бұрын
@@izayawages1647 So they are the Linkbuds S? *Confused screamming
@ThisIsTechToday2 жыл бұрын
Linkbuds = open back donut style Linkbuds S = what's in this video. Has ANC, closed back style, and has transparency
@izayawages16472 жыл бұрын
@@longlehoangminh8127 yep. We thought sony finally had a somewhat decent name for a product and then these came out because sony can't have decently named products.
@longlehoangminh81272 жыл бұрын
that's why no one buy their smartphone. No one wants to buy a SONY XPERIA 1 MARK III instead of iPhone 13. Imagine in 2050 their new smartphone belike XPERIA 100 MARK CMXCIX MODEL L VAIO NW-WM1000 Pro Max
@dsbassman41842 жыл бұрын
Am I going crazy? The Sony's are both clearly in mono. Maybe they were set to a "sharing" mode where both listeners get one mono bud each? Im also an audio engineer. This seems like a super unfair comparison - like, they're not just "not wide" - they're straight up mono.
@gscorpp2 жыл бұрын
I was pointing that out in another comment but he completely ignored my concern. He puts sony in a bad light because of his incompetence. Like how can you call yourself audio engineer with many years of experience if cannot even tell the difference between mono and stereo?
@angelpraramadhani78542 жыл бұрын
Best ANC - XM4 Best Mic - LinkBud S Best Transparency - Airpods Pro Best Sounding - Galaxy Buds Pro Most Comfortable - LinkBud S
@wew_112 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I prefer Linkbuds S.
@2712nokia2 жыл бұрын
I don‘t know how the rest compares but as an AirPod Pro owner I can say that the sound in your review is unfittingly flat and tinning - that does not fit the sound in your ear in the Slightest :) though I can confirm that they are not base heavy, but the vocals are crisp and unbelievably immersive! Great review and I appreciate all the hard work going into your videos! Loved your over ear comparison as well - cheers :)